Hope In Her, Inc. State Representative Albuquerque, NM · Graham, NC · Macon, GA · Fort Washington, MD · Slidell, LA · Huntsville, AL · Intern Company website

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About Hope In Her:

Hope In Her is a nonprofit organization committed to eradicating health inequities and improving the lives of Black girls and women. Through trauma-informed programming, advocacy, and direct services, we work to dismantle the systems that perpetuate the adultification of Black girls, gender-based violence, and community disinvestment.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Engagement & Programming

• Organize, support, or co-host community-based events such as wellness workshops, support groups, or youth events.
• Identify emerging needs or relevant issues affecting Black girls and women in their region and communicate them to national leadership.
• Collaborate with local schools, health clinics, colleges, and service providers to expand HIH’s impact.

Relationship Building & Partnerships

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local nonprofits, mutual aid networks, state agencies, elected officials, and community leaders.
• Represent HIH at community meetings, state health and equity councils, and relevant policy events.
• Build awareness of HIH’s mission and programs through regional speaking opportunities or tabling events.

Advocacy and Representation

• Participate in or organize state-specific campaigns or awareness activities that align with HIH’s priorities (e.g., anti-adultification legislation, period equity, violence prevention).
• Share opportunities for local collaboration with HIH’s advocacy or policy team.
• Engage in storytelling or organizing that centers lived experiences and collective healing.

Reporting and Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact (POC) for inquiries and opportunities within the region.
• Submit quarterly reports detailing activities, outreach, partnerships, and local challenges.
• Participate in monthly virtual meetings with HIH’s leadership and fellow ambassadors to share progress and insights.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Deep understanding of and connection to the local community, especially issues affecting Black girls and women.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience planning or supporting community programs, advocacy initiatives, or outreach events.
• Passion for racial, gender, and health equity.
• Availability to attend in-person and virtual meetings or events as needed.

Preferred:

• Prior involvement in grassroots organizing, public health, education, or social work.
• Existing relationships with local stakeholders or institutions (e.g., schools, city councils, churches).
• Public speaking or facilitation experience.

Commitment:

• 5–10 hours/month (varies depending on region and events)
• 1-year renewable term
• Modest stipend or reimbursement available (depending on funding and region)